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Hashimotos connection to Barrett's...

Posted by phoggie @phoggie, Aug 30, 2016

I have Hashimoto's Disease...and Barrett's Esophagus. I have an idea the two are related some how. Does anyone have these? I am considering the Nissen Fundaplicfation, but would like to try something else first. I also have a tumor on my thyroid and waiting to see the results of my sonogram. It has been suggested I try a Gluten-free diet, but have not started that yet.
I am new here and appreciate you thoughts.

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devinsmom | @devinsmom | Apr 27, 2020
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@kellyhahn1

Hi @devinsmom, welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect- happy to have you here! I think you will find this a great place to meet people with similar experiences and great discussions.

Here are a couple of links I found that help explain Nissen Fundoplication:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gerd/multimedia/gerd-surgery/img-20006950
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519521/

Have you been diagnosed with Hashimotos and Barrett’s Esophagus? Can you tell us more about your experiences?

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I think I have been replying in the wrong place I have been diagnosed with Barrett’s and the ent who took most of my thyroid out said I had hashimotos but didn’t do antibody test I am on high dose of np thyroid but my doctor won’t change to a different medication also have ichthyosis on hands have gained twenty pounds on this medication and really want off of it

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 27, 2020
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@devinsmom

I think I have been replying in the wrong place I have been diagnosed with Barrett’s and the ent who took most of my thyroid out said I had hashimotos but didn’t do antibody test I am on high dose of np thyroid but my doctor won’t change to a different medication also have ichthyosis on hands have gained twenty pounds on this medication and really want off of it

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Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for other members who have been diagnosed with Barrett's.

Groups > Digestive Health > Barrett’s esophagus: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/barretts-esophagus-1/

There is also another discussion in the Digestive Health group that you may find helpful.
Barrett’s esophagus-friendly diet: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/be-friendly-diet/

Did your doctor give you any reasons or suggestions when you asked about changing to a different or better medication?

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devinsmom | @devinsmom | Apr 27, 2020
In reply to @johnbishop "Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for..." + (show)
@johnbishop

Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for other members who have been diagnosed with Barrett's.

Groups > Digestive Health > Barrett’s esophagus: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/barretts-esophagus-1/

There is also another discussion in the Digestive Health group that you may find helpful.
Barrett’s esophagus-friendly diet: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/be-friendly-diet/

Did your doctor give you any reasons or suggestions when you asked about changing to a different or better medication?

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Yes my t3 is high and my t4 is low and when I was taking levothyroxine the dichotomy between the two was more exaggerated but I have read that there are other medications out there that might work better?

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devinsmom | @devinsmom | Apr 27, 2020
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@johnbishop

Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for other members who have been diagnosed with Barrett's.

Groups > Digestive Health > Barrett’s esophagus: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/barretts-esophagus-1/

There is also another discussion in the Digestive Health group that you may find helpful.
Barrett’s esophagus-friendly diet: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/be-friendly-diet/

Did your doctor give you any reasons or suggestions when you asked about changing to a different or better medication?

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In response to Coleen young I was on levothyroxine in the past and my tests showed a larger gap dichotomy between my t3and t4 but I’ve read there are other medications I cud try

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kidsmomof9 | @kidsmomof9 | May 17, 2020

Do the Nissen! It makes an world of difference! I had it on 2012 and my son had I it done when he was 10. A real life saver!

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Langold | @rarelybees2889 | May 25, 2020

Interesting I just have Hashis

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devinsmom | @devinsmom | Jun 23, 2020
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@kidsmomof9

Do the Nissen! It makes an world of difference! I had it on 2012 and my son had I it done when he was 10. A real life saver!

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Where would I get the Nissan fundoplication done I asked my gastro doctors nurse and she just said a surgeon

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Jun 23, 2020
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@devinsmom

Where would I get the Nissan fundoplication done I asked my gastro doctors nurse and she just said a surgeon

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@devinsmom Has the gastroenterologist suggested that a fundoplication procedure would benefit you? Your gastro MD should be able to refer you to a good surgeon if he believes that the surgery would be beneficial. Make an appointment with the doctor (not the nurse) and have a frank discussion. Will you let us know how that goes?

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Jun 23, 2020
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@devinsmom

I also have ichthyosis on hands and feet need to find an endocrinologist in Utah that could address all these things but I am stumped have been doin the race to find a knowledgeable doctor but am in a remote area and having a hard time doing that anybody know of one and gluten free does help a little

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@devinsmom I’m sorry that I just saw your posting about needing a physician for your myriad of conditions. I did find this website with lots of information on ichthyosis. It gives some home remedies.

http://www.firstskinfoundation.org/bathing-exfoliation

You might need to find a large medical center somewhat near to you. It would have many more resources and you should be able to find help. Does that sound like something you could do?

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devinsmom | @devinsmom | Jun 23, 2020
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@becsbuddy

@devinsmom I’m sorry that I just saw your posting about needing a physician for your myriad of conditions. I did find this website with lots of information on ichthyosis. It gives some home remedies.

http://www.firstskinfoundation.org/bathing-exfoliation

You might need to find a large medical center somewhat near to you. It would have many more resources and you should be able to find help. Does that sound like something you could do?

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I’m not sure what kind of doctor I need I have a gastro in salt lake and a homeopathic doctor in Reno and I like both of them thank u for ur reply I will look at home remedies now

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